Islamic Geometric Patterns: (incl CDrom)

Eric Broug

ISBN 10: 050028721X / ISBN 13: 9780500287217

Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd, 2008

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Inhaltsangabe:

The marvels of Islamic patterns the most recognizable visual expression of Islamic art and architecture are not just a beautiful accident. The ancient practitioners of this craft used traditional methods of measurement to create dazzling geometric compositions, often based on the repetition of a single pattern. The results are magnificent in their beauty and awe-inspiring in their execution.Now, with the aid of this book, everyone can learn how to master this ancient art and create their own intricate patterns or re-create classic examples. All one needs are a pencil, a ruler, a compass, and a steady hand. First, technical tips demonstrate the basics: how to draw a square, hexagon, or pentagon. This is followed by some of the best examples of geometric patterns from around the world, arranged into three levels of complexity, with careful, step-by-step instructions.The book features geometric patterns from some of the most famous and beautiful Islamic architecture and art, including: La Mezquita, Cordoba; Capella Palatina, Sicily; Mustansiriya Madrasa, Baghdad; Umayyad Mosque, Damascus; Mosque of al-Salih Tala'I, Cairo; The Koran of Rashid al-Din.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Eric Broug runs Broug Ateliers for Islamic Architecture, Arts and Crafts. He is also the author of Islamic Design Workbook and Islamic Geometric Design, both published by Thames & Hudson.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Islamic Geometric Patterns: (incl CDrom)
Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
Einband: paperback
Zustand: Good